Public Profile

Nongfu Spring

Nongfu Spring, officially known as Nongfu Spring Co., Ltd., is a leading bottled water company headquartered in China. Established in 1996, the company has rapidly grown to dominate the beverage industry, particularly in the bottled water sector, with significant operations across various regions in China. Nongfu Spring is renowned for its high-quality natural mineral water sourced from pristine springs, setting it apart from competitors. The brand's commitment to purity and sustainability has garnered a loyal customer base, contributing to its impressive market position. Notable achievements include being one of the top bottled water brands in China, reflecting its dedication to excellence and innovation in the industry. With a focus on health and wellness, Nongfu Spring continues to expand its product offerings, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in hydration.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Nongfu Spring's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

10

Industry Benchmark

Nongfu Spring's score of 11 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nongfu Spring's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Nongfu Spring reported a carbon emissions intensity of approximately 43.1 kg CO2e per tonne of qualified product output. This figure reflects a gradual decrease from 44.2 kg CO2e in 2021 and 46.7 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a positive trend in reducing carbon emissions associated with their production processes. Despite these improvements in emissions intensity, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Nongfu Spring. The company has not provided detailed information on its Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor has it committed to any science-based targets for emissions reduction. As such, while the company is making strides in reducing its carbon emissions intensity, further transparency and commitment to comprehensive climate strategies would enhance its sustainability profile.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nongfu Spring's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Nongfu Spring is headquartered in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Nongfu Spring is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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